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Compulsion Or Compassion

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 4, 2009

In his letter to Philemon, Paul strikes to the heart of true discipleship addressing what ought to be the motive for all of our actions as believers. Compassion not compulsion should to be the rule of faith that governs our decisions and actions.

Compulsion or Compassion Philemon 1:1-25 Introduction: Though one of the smallest books in the Bible, Philemon holds a treasure trove of spiritual instruction in practical Christian living. In his letter to Philemon, Paul strikes to the heart of true discipleship as he addresses what ought to be ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Remember This: King Jesus Lives!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 18, 2010

Sermon for confirmation Sunday.

Chris. Trace. You have unselfishly given me two years of your Friday nights during which we carefully studied the Bible. What is there left for me to say to you on your confirmation day? “Don’t count the days, make the days count” (Muhammad Ali)? “Always forgive your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Denomination: Lutheran

An Unforgettable Moment Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 16, 2011

There are some events in our lives which are unforgettable. Such is the proclamation of Christ by Simon Peter at Caesarea Philippi. Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God!

Now Jesus and His disciples went out to the towns of Caesarea Philippi; and on the road He kept on asking asked His disciples, saying to them, “Who do men say that I am?” So they answered, “John the Baptist; but some say, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” He said to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Nehemiah

Nehemiah ch 6 v 1 - 14 1. Nehemiah's Walk 1 ¶ Now it came to pass, when Sanballat, and Tobiah, and Geshem the Arabian, and the rest of our enemies, heard that I had builded the wall, and that there was no breach left therein; (though at that time I had not set up the doors upon the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Borrowed Hope

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 20, 2016

What can we do when Hope has run out, when we can’t hold out any longer? - do what Paul did he “Borrowed Hope from God”.

INTRO: 1. Never know what part of you God really has until you come to the end of yourself. a. Until you come to the end of your strength, faith, courage, endurance, hope. b. Until all your resources are gone. c. Such times test the quality of our relationship with God. 2. Here in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:9-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can We Trust It? Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 2, 2016

The bible is absolutely reliable and trustworthy

Story about someone who relied on another person’s word and the person was wrong. Turn with me to 2 TIMOTHY 3:16-17 “ALL SCRIPTURE IS GOD-BREATHED AND IS USEFUL FOR TEACHING, REBUKING, CORRECTING AND TRAINING IN RIGHTEOUSNESS, SO THAT THE MAN OF GOD MAY BE THOROUGHLY EQUIPPED FOR ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 3 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Inside the Heart of the Apostle Paul part 3 Acts 20:18-38 Most of us wear more than 1 hat, whether we get paid for it or not. You may have a career, but have a heart for other things. The Apostle Paul was much more than a tentmaker. He had other interests and those other interests helped mold him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Baptist

Living An Impactful Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 4, 2016

We are called to be disciples of Christ and disciple-makers for Christ. Jesus challenges us to consider the cost commitment of discipleship, and not be distracted by the comfort and convenience this world offers.

Being the first Sunday of the year, I want to take some time to revisit our ES mission – to grow as disciples of Christ and be disciple-makers for Christ. Why are we doing what we are doing? Why is this important? Can we do something else, or can we not do this at all? • We are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Guideline 2: Do The Right Things” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 19, 2017

We must live our lives focused on loving God and others.

A commercial flight found themselves having trouble with their navigation system. The pilot got on the intercom to inform and comfort passengers. He said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I'm sorry to report that we are having difficulty with our navigational system, which means that we presently do not know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Truthbombs - Pt. 3 - If You Laugh . . . You Leave Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 22, 2017

Just because we don't like the truth, can't handle the truth or it doesn't line up with our experience/feelings doesn't make it any less truth. Can you handle truth bombs?

Truth Bombs Pt. 3 - If You Laugh ... You Leave! I. Introduction Truth is talked about a lot. It has been said that truth is different for everyone. I would beg to differ. Truth is truth because it is truth across the board. That is what makes it truth. There has to be a standard of truth by which ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Funeral - Christian Man Who Died After A Prolonged Illness Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 17, 2014

Funeral - Christian man who died after a prolonged illness. Can be adapted for most situations.

(1) Song – How Great thou Art (2) Scripture – 2nd Samuel 3:38 (3) Prayer (4) Message Part 1 There are 5 men identified in scripture as “great” men, men such as Moses, Daniel, and Naaman. These are the words of King David to his men at the death of the great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:38

Denomination: Christian Church

Time: Value The Minute And Waste The Hours?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 10, 2014

Show me where you spend your money and I can tell something about you... But show me where you spend your time and I will know the real you.

TAKE HEED: HOW DO YOU SPEND YOUR TIME? By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Did you hear about the person that needed a longer blanket? They cut off the top of the blanket and sowed it to the bottom? Now how much longer is the blanket? PEOPLE SEEM TO KEEP MINUTES AND WASTE HOURS... James ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Ready

Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010

2 Corinthians 4:13-5:9 We need to be ready all the time Are you ready for YOUR end time

Are You Ready to Die? by Steve Keeler 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:9 "But having the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, "I believed, therefore I spoke," we also believe, therefore we also speak, knowing that He who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and will present us ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping New Years Simple Series

Contributed by John Dixon on Jan 24, 2016

Develop a Positive Attitude Toward The Church

PHILIPPIANS 3:3 -16 (NASB) 3 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things again is no trouble to me, and it is a safeguard for you. 2 Beware of the dogs, beware of the evil workers, beware of the false circumcision; 3 for we are the true circumcision, who worship in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3-16

Denomination: Christian Church

I Am Making Use Of God's Gps If I Am Walking Upward Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jun 21, 2019

Around here, I really don’t use my GPS a lot. It is hard to get lost going from Magnolia to McComb or Magnolia to Hammond. But when Anne and I went to Nashville about a month ago, we didn’t turn off our GPS.

INTRODUCTION: Around here, I really don’t use my GPS a lot. It is hard to get lost going from Magnolia to McComb or Magnolia to Hammond. But when Anne and I went to Nashville about a month ago, we didn’t turn off our GPS. We needed it to go from one place to another because that town is one of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Baptist